This will give more schools a chance to sign up and enable as many students as possible to take advantage of this incredible and unique programme.
The scheme, which offers real journalist experience, is open to students in school years 10 to 13 and gives young people a voice to write about topics that are important to them in their local area.
Every article written by them is published on the wide range of Newsquest Media Group’s online newspapers.
Nicola Wilberforce from Channing School, said: “The Young Reporter scheme is a wonderful opportunity for students to get realistic, accessible and manageable experience of journalism.
“Finding and communicating the essence of a story in a limited number of words is a great skill for young people from all backgrounds and types of school to develop.”
This programme offers a rewarding opportunity for students to see their name in print, explore their local areas, build up a portfolio of published work and really get an understanding of working in the media.
If journalism is a career they wish to pursue, then at the end of the programme they can apply for a four year degree apprenticeship.
This means they can put into practice what they have learned during their time as a Young Reporter.
This scheme has been incredibly beneficial to thousands of students since 2008 and continues to grow as schools see the benefits and value for their students.
For more information about the scheme or to register your interest, go to www.youngreporter.co.uk/registration
